ABOUT US

Continuing the tradition of Ancient Amathus, the Amathus Beach Hotel is writing its own modern history, with respect to our valuable ancient heritage. The Amathus is recognized locally and internationally for its contribution to the tourism sector and to the environment by a number of prestigious awards, while it nurtures for its personnel an environment of mutual respect and understanding. There are members of the staff working since its opening in 1973, a testimony of the good relationship between the Hotel and the personnel.

 

The Amathus Beach Hotel in Limassol opened its doors in 1973 and since 1986, is the first member in Cyprus of “The Leading Hotels of the World”. For over 50 years of operation, The Amathus Beach Hotel, has been one of the most successful luxury hotels in Cyprus.

The late Evagoras Lanitis’ vision was to create a hotel with the best specifications and timeless quality. He had chosen the best architects and the best craftsmen of that time to construct his vision, the Amathus. The clairvoyant Evagoras Lanitis chose to build on the beach, at a secluded location in Ancient Amathus. His vision was accomplished in November 1971, when he placed the cornerstone of the building which meant to stand out as an impressive luxurious 5-star hotel. The inspiring architectural design of the hotel by the famous “American Architects Collaborative” (TAC), after a period more than 50 years continues to be modern and yet striking.

Back in 1976, the Amathus launched the first local Cyprus Taverna the “Kamares Taverna” designed and decorated by the famous late painter Xanthos Hadjisoteriou, who later, in 1981, designed the first Fish Taverna in a hotel, by the Sea, the “Limanaki Fish Taverna”.

In 1981 a Training Department was introduced, dedicated to training all personnel on technical skills, professional behaviour, and development aptitude.

As of 1990, the Amathus provides the biggest seawater heated indoor swimming pool in a hotel on the island, an Olympic size outdoor swimming pool, a new seawater outdoor adults’ only swimming pool, heated during winter and enhanced with underwater music, as well as a Kids’ pool with slides.

In 2002, the Amathus has developed a unique concept Spa & Wellness Centre, so guests can enjoy total relaxation through recreational activities. The many international awards the Amathus Spa & Wellness Centre enjoys, are a proof of all the above. A separate sea view Gym, probably the biggest hotel gym on the island, with a huge glass wall overlooking the hotel’s pool and beach, includes state-of-the-art Techno Gym circuit-training and cardiovascular equipment suitable for every exercise need!

In 2014, Muskita Hotels Ltd acquired the major shareholding and the management of the Amathus, continuing late Evagoras Lanitis’ vision. Since 2014, constant upgrades, renovations and additions take place at the Amathus.

 

Conveying the tradition of the Ancient Amathus – one of the nine Ancient Kingdoms of Cyprus – the Hotel in cooperation with the Cyprus Department of Antiquities made available to the public two visitable tombs, part of the west Amathunta necropolis, chronologically placed in the archaic period, from 750 BCE to 475 BCE, more recently in 2022 during the construction of the new Amathus Residence building, another tomb was discovered in the hotel grounds from the same period and is now also preserved for guests to see. The Amathus Beach hotel with the addition of the Amathus Residence building is now writing a new chapter in its own modern history, whilst respecting our valuable ancient heritage.

 

In our days, summery open-air Limanaki Restaurant is still operational and just completely renovated in 2024, offering a delectable menu, holding the Top-Notch Award.  The Grill Room represents the house of prime cuts of meat from around the world and is awarded with a “Le Toque D’Or” or golden chef’s hat. Recently renovated Kalypso Restaurant and Kalypso Gardens complete the list of gastronomic options at the Amathus. At least for now, in 2025 a new addition to our gastronomic offerings will arrive in the new Residence building.

The Hotels Kindergarten is one of the biggest and best on the island, with 12 well-trained Kindergarten Assistants. Amathus also provides an outdoor playground and activities area, a dedicated beach and an exciting new Water Park floating on the waves, offering additional value to the wellbeing of family guests.

The Amathus is not only caring for its guests but also for the environment and holistic sustainability. It features Geothermal & Desalination plants, saving a lot of water and energy, while it’s the only company in Cyprus and Greece that holds both the prestigious awards of “Green European Hotel of the Year” by the European Hospitality Awards and the “European Sustainability Award” by EHMA.

Recently the hotel opened the ‘John Corbidge Gallery’ as a tribute to the well known British artist who lived in Lania for many years and immortalised the Ancient City of Amathounta which can be seen in the hotel, and has also erected a statue of the famous Cypriot film Director ‘Michael Cacoyiannis’ the Limassolian who directed ‘Zorba the Greek’

 

In conclusion, the historic Amathus Beach Hotel, which celebrated its golden jubilee in 2023, is a hotel that has been at the forefront of the luxury accommodation market in Cyprus throughout its history. It has proudly led the way for almost 50 years, advertising our country worldwide for its impeccable, friendly service and excellent facilities.